Stellantis

Validation Project Lead - Vehicle & Propulsion Controls

Stellantis • $100K — $130K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
  • 8+ years in powertrain controls validation, verification, or embedded systems
  • Experience developing Design Verification Plans (DVPs) for automotive systems
  • Strong understanding of both ICE and BEV propulsion systems
  • Familiarity with HIL and vehicle testing environments
  • Proven ability in root cause analysis and resolution
  • Experience in cross-functional engineering collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Own and develop comprehensive Design Verification Plans (DVPs)
  • Lead validation strategies for propulsion control systems
  • Evaluate system and software requirements for testability and completeness
  • Define optimal validation environments to enhance defect detection
  • Drive issue identification and root cause investigations across teams
  • Ensure validation testing aligns with quality standards and timelines
  • Report on validation status to support data-driven release decisions
  • Collaborate to mitigate risks and enhance system robustness

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge propulsion control technology
  • Engage in high-impact projects within the automotive industry
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth in engineering
  • Involvement in innovative solutions for both ICE and BEV systems
Full Job Description
Join a high-impact engineering team responsible for delivering validated, production-ready propulsion control software across both internal combustion (ICE) and battery electric vehicle (BEV) programs. As a Validation Project Lead, you will drive end-to-end validation strategy, ensuring complete test coverage, software readiness, and technical integrity for vehicle propulsion systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Own and develop Design Verification Plans (DVPs) to ensure full validation coverage aligned with program milestones and release targets
  • Lead validation strategy for ICE and BEV propulsion control systems, including risk-based test planning and edge-case scenario identification
  • Evaluate and refine system and software requirements to ensure testability, completeness, and traceability
  • Define and coordinate optimal validation environments (HIL, SIL, bench, vehicle) to maximize efficiency and defect detection
  • Drive issue identification, pre-analysis, and root cause investigations in collaboration with Controls, Calibration, and Diagnostics teams
  • Ensure execution of validation and qualification testing activities in alignment with quality standards and program timing
  • Provide clear reporting on validation status, risks, and coverage to support data-driven release decisions
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate technical risks and improve system robustness prior to production release


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 8 or more years of experience in powertrain controls validation, verification, or embedded systems development
  • Experience developing and executing Design Verification Plans (DVPs) for propulsion or automotive systems
  • Strong understanding of propulsion systems (ICE and/or BEV), including sensors, actuators, and control strategies
  • Experience with HIL and vehicle testing environments, including test execution and issue investigation
  • Proven ability to perform root cause analysis and support issue resolution
  • Experience working in a cross-functional engineering environment (e.g., Controls, Calibration, Diagnostics)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to report test results and validation status

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or System Engineering from an ABET accredited university
  • Experience leading or owning validation strategy and DVP development across programs or platforms
  • Strong system-level understanding of both ICE and BEV propulsion architecture
  • Experience selecting and optimizing validation environments (HIL, vehicle, SIL) based on test objectives
  • Knowledge of OBD diagnostics, DTC strategies, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SAE J1979, J1699)
  • Familiarity with functional safety (ISO 26262) and safety-related validation requirements
  • Experience identifying and validating edge-case scenarios and failure modes in complex systems
  • Demonstrated ability to drive issue resolution across teams and influence technical decisions
  • Experience with ALM tools (e.g., DNG, Quality Manager) and requirements/test traceability
  • Ability to assess and communicate validation coverage, technical risk, and release readiness
  • Experience working in a multi-program, fast-paced development environment with competing priorities

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
Learn more about Stellantis
Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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